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Alyson Massa

Columbus

Summary

Dynamic music educator, vocal and piano coach, and performer with a strong foundation in diverse musical styles ranging from classical to CCM. Successful high school music teacher with a self built rock band, the first of its' district, and a successful performer within the community and with Windish Entertainment. Passionate about music education reform and building relationships to give students personalized, and student centered lessons.



Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Piano Bar Entertainer

Windish Entertainment
10.2025 - Current
  • Responsible for putting on engaging and dynamic performances in all styles and genres of music
  • "Ghouling" piano bar show at 6 Flags Great Adventure in Arlington, Texas
  • Contracted from October 17-February 4th onboard the Koningsdam ship with Holland America Cruiseline


Vocal Coach

Self
09.2025 - Current
  • Designed customized vocal training programs tailored to individual student needs.
  • Help classical singers to confidently transition their skills into contemporary styles to keep up with the ever changing world of performance.
  • Help singer/pianists to be able to play and sing with fluidity and comfort.

Music Teacher

CMCSS School District
08.2021 - 05.2025
  • Rock band and piano teacher for students of any level and ability.
  • Developed the rock band program from scratch growing it from an after school program to having two level one classes as well as a gigging level two class.
  • Responsible for creating dynamic and engaging lesson plans for a culturally and socioeconomically diverse set of students.
  • Gave students opportunities to perform at school functions as well as in the community at festivals, restaurants, and more.

Private Music Teacher

School of Rock
08.2017 - 04.2020
  • Developed private music lessons for students of all ages and levels.
  • Performance based program that allowed students to practice skills and technique in a private music setting, then transfer their skills to perform with a rock band.
  • Directed various rock band show themes such as Punk Rock, Girls Only, and more.

Elementary Music Teacher

Philadelphia School District
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Long term substitute ages K-5
  • Developed engaging lesson plans focusing on a diverse set of musical choices and incorporating movement into music making.
  • Due to COVID 19 the position was cut short and I was moved to teaching virtual special education pull out sessions.

Education

M.M. Plus Certification - Music Education

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05-2020

Bachelors of Music - Voice Performance

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2016

Skills

  • Progressive music educator looking to move music education into the 21st century
  • Singer/Pianist with a strong yet diverse musical foundation
  • Vocal Coach who uses new and innovative ideas and techniques while continuing to learn and grow from others

Certification

Certified K-12 Music Teacher

Certified Bodypump Instructor

Interests

  • Group fitness instructor
  • Songwriter
  • Traveler
  • Animal lover
  • Amateur chef
  • Wife
  • Cat mom

Timeline

Piano Bar Entertainer

Windish Entertainment
10.2025 - Current

Vocal Coach

Self
09.2025 - Current

Music Teacher

CMCSS School District
08.2021 - 05.2025

Elementary Music Teacher

Philadelphia School District
08.2019 - 02.2020

Private Music Teacher

School of Rock
08.2017 - 04.2020

M.M. Plus Certification - Music Education

Temple University

Bachelors of Music - Voice Performance

Syracuse University